Shining the Light on Spectrum Siblings
The protective big sister. The supportive little brother. The unconditional cheerleaders of kids on the spectrum. The children who often...
Choose Peace Over Panic
Let’s face it, we don’t even know what is “normal” anymore. Routines and rules have gone out the window. As we all navigate these...
How Self-Talk Affects Emotional Wellbeing
Some of the most important ways we can promote our mental health and emotional wellbeing may not be observable on the outside, yet will...
Shift Your Focus to You
It's the time of year again for resolutions and fresh starts. Resolutions and new beginnings are often especially appealing at the end of...
Falling in Love With Running
I remember winning races in Girl Scout camp when I was 9 and 10 and people saying I was fast. But I also remembered faking a stomach ache...
Talking to Your Kids About Current Events and Difficult Situations
We live in world of constant news, and the influx of information is never ending. The ease with which we find news for ourselves as...
Top 5 Tips for a Successful Back to School
Back to school is always met with a range of emotions for both parents and kids. No one wants to see the end of summer, yet enthusiasm...
Anxiety and Selective Mutism: Why Your Child May Be Anxious and Not Simply Shy
Did you know that anxiety is the number one diagnosed psychological disorder in children? As a psychologist who specializes in childhood...
Yes, I Can Read Your Mind….and Other Special Psychologist Superpowers
The number one thing people ask when they learn I am a psychologist is, “Are you reading my mind?” At first, I thought it was something...
